CHRISTOPHER J. FAUX MD
NPI 1831277433
Family Medicine in Rancho Mirage, CA

Active since November 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, SUITE 203, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270(760) 674-3847(760) 674-3845 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 31, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christopher J. Faux Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHRISTOPHER J. FAUX MD (NPI 1831277433) is an individual family medicine provider in Rancho Mirage, California, licensed in California (G84758) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831277433
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER J. FAUXCredential: MD
Location Address72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, SUITE 203Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-4126
Mailing Address72780 Country Club Dr, Suite 203Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-4126 · (760) 674-3847 · Fax (760) 674-3845
Fax(760) 674-3845
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 31, 2012
NPI 1831277433 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in CA · G84758
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINE10785
Medicaid00G847580CA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified00G847580

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher J. Faux Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5698836641
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081209000362
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
94 services73 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
33 services33 patients
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885
Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.
27 services14 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
25 services17 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) 87811
This is a test to detect COVID-19, the virus causing severe respiratory illness. It uses a method called immunoassay, which identifies the virus by its unique proteins. The test is directly observed for accuracy. It helps determine if you're currently infected.
24 services24 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
20 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92270 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$91.88 typical visit price
range $59.60 – $179.42
Typical copayment $22.97 (range $14.90 – $44.85)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$104.64 typical visit price
range $19.37 – $146.42
Typical copayment $26.16 (range $4.84 – $36.60)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Internal Medicine
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, SUITE 100
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
Physical Therapy Assistant
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, #C-300
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
Internal Medicine
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, SUITE 100
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
Dentist
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, SUITE # 402
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
Family Medicine
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, BLDG B 205-B
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
Specialist
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, SUITE D403
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
Physician Assistant
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, BLDG B 203
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
Physician Assistant
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR, BLDG B 203
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Faux's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Faux is 1831277433. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2006.

Where is Christopher Faux located?

Christopher Faux practices at 72780 Country Club Dr Suite 203, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270. The listed phone number is (760) 674-3847.

What is Christopher Faux's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Christopher Faux enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Faux is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Faux was last updated on January 31, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.